Alan Haig-Brown
November 29th, 2024
The 25th edition of Raincoast Chronicles, Raincoast Chronicles 25: m̓am̓aɫa Goes Fishing (Harbour $24.95), due out in May 2025, intertwines Alan Haig-Brown’s experiences as a deckhand on a We Wai Kai First Nation fishing boat with the history of British Columbia’s commercial fishing industry and its relationship with Indigenous communities. Reflecting on the 1960s and 70s, Haig-Brown captures the daily life aboard—a mix of deftly untangling purse seine nets, navigating perilous waters, and enjoying Mitzi Assu’s hearty salmon stews. Guided by skipper Herb Assu, he came to deeply understand the We Wai Kai people’s sustainable approach to the environment. Now a seasoned marine journalist and author, Haig-Brown adds historical context to his vivid personal accounts, portraying the camaraderie and challenges of fishing life. 9781998526185
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